GOA's Erich Pratt Talks Constitutional Carry on Reno Morning News

Published on March 3, 2017
Duration: 4:53

Erich Pratt of Gun Owners of America explains Constitutional Carry, emphasizing it allows law-abiding citizens to carry firearms for protection as a right, similar to free speech. He highlights that this right doesn't require asking for permission and contrasts it with laws that can criminalize carrying a firearm when concealed. Pratt notes the growing movement towards Constitutional Carry, with many states adopting it, and points to data suggesting it does not lead to increased violence.

Quick Summary

Constitutional Carry, or permitless carry, allows law-abiding citizens to carry firearms for self-defense without requiring a government permit. This right is seen as an exercise of the Second Amendment, similar to free speech under the First Amendment, and data suggests it does not correlate with increased crime rates.

Chapters

  1. 00:33What is Constitutional Carry?
  2. 01:07Constitutional Carry vs. Prohibited Persons
  3. 01:30Vermont: The Original Constitutional Carry State
  4. 02:07Federal Legislation for Carry Reciprocity
  5. 02:40Statistics and Safety of Constitutional Carry
  6. 03:09The Growth of the Constitutional Carry Movement
  7. 03:27Safest States and Constitutional Carry
  8. 03:46Debunking 'Wild West' Arguments
  9. 04:02How to Get Involved with GOA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Constitutional Carry?

Constitutional Carry, also known as permitless carry, allows law-abiding citizens to carry a concealed or openly carried firearm for self-defense without needing to obtain a government-issued permit. It asserts the right to bear arms as a fundamental constitutional right.

Does Constitutional Carry increase crime rates?

Evidence suggests that Constitutional Carry does not lead to increased crime. In fact, many of the safest states in the U.S. have adopted permitless carry laws, indicating no negative correlation with public safety.

How many states have Constitutional Carry?

The number of states with Constitutional Carry has been rapidly growing. As of the video's recording, over a fifth of the country has adopted permitless carry, with more states considering it.

What is the legal basis for Constitutional Carry?

Constitutional Carry is based on the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms. Proponents argue that requiring a permit infringes upon this fundamental, constitutionally protected right.

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